Wedding garlands are everywhere right now—draped down long reception tables, wrapped around arbors, woven into ceremony spaces. They photograph beautifully and create a lush, romantic look.
But here’s what most couples aren’t told: custom, hand-made floral garlands are one of the most labor-intensive and product-heavy pieces you can include in a wedding design. They require an enormous volume of greenery (and often flowers), hours of construction time, and a budget that typically surprises people.
At Winters Farm Florals, we believe in being transparent about what goes into your wedding flowers—so you can make informed, confident decisions about where your investment will have the greatest impact.
While we don’t offer traditional full garlands, we specialize in creating natural, seasonal alternatives that achieve the same organic elegance—without the unnecessary strain on your budget.
Why We Don’t Offer Traditional Garlands
While we love the look of garlands, we choose not to offer them for several important reasons:
- They’re extremely time-consuming to make and require large amounts of product—especially when built by hand with fresh, seasonal greenery.
- They’re not actually budget-friendly. Many couples assume garlands are cheaper than centerpieces, but in reality, they often cost just as much (if not more).
- Low-cost garland options (like mass-market kits) don’t align with our quality standards. We don’t offer or install greenery from big box stores or bulk warehouses—because we can’t stand behind the product.
Instead of forcing a design that doesn’t serve your wedding or your budget, we offer a more creative approach.
Elegant Alternatives to Traditional Wedding Garlands
If you’re envisioning that soft, romantic look that garlands provide—you absolutely can still achieve it. Here are a few ways we help our couples get that vibe, without the overwhelm or cost:
Loose Greenery on the Table
Think: wisps of eucalyptus or ruscus, arranged organically along the center of long tables.
This option is flexible, elegant, and budget-smart—perfect for couples who want simplicity without sacrificing style.
Small Floral Clusters
Strategic groupings of blooms and greens can create focal points on a table without needing full coverage. These can be repurposed from ceremony decor or used to highlight place settings and signage.
Natural Vining Elements
Rather than a heavy garland, we can use locally foraged vines or lightweight greenery to frame your ceremony space, welcome sign, or seating chart.
Our Philosophy: Intentional, Seasonal Design
At Winters Farm Florals, we don’t believe in pushing trends for the sake of it. We believe in:
- Thoughtful design choices that match your vision and venue
- Using what’s growing locally to minimize waste and maximize beauty
- Being upfront about what works—and what doesn’t
If you came here searching for wedding garlands in Maryland, we hope this helped clarify what they really involve—and how to create a similar look in a more flexible, creative way.
Let’s Talk About Your Wedding Vision
We’d love to help you explore intentional floral design alternatives that reflect your style and values. Reach out to us about our full service wedding florals today.
